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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Will + protection — roughly 'resolute protector'
- Origin
- Germanic (feminine form of Wilhelm)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- wil-heh-MEE-nah
Wilhemina is the feminine form of Wilhelm, a Germanic name built from "will" and "protection" — so it carries the sense of a resolute protector. It's pronounced wil-heh-MEE-nah, with four solid syllables that give it real presence for a birth certificate. If you want something with Germanic roots and a clear, literal meaning behind it, this is a name to consider.
Meaning & Origin of Wilhemina
Meaning: Will + protection — roughly 'resolute protector'.
Origin: Germanic (feminine form of Wilhelm).
How to Pronounce Wilhemina
wil-heh-MEE-nahIPA /ˌwɪlhɛˈmiːnə/
Popularity of Wilhemina
Wilhemina has been recorded in Social Security data going back to 1886, when it hit its all-time peak at #1103 with 6 babies given the name. By 2024, it had fallen all the way to #17493 with just 5 babies — making it one of the rarer choices on the list today.
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FAQ
What does the name Wilhemina mean?
Will + protection — roughly ‘resolute protector’.
How do you pronounce Wilhemina?
Wilhemina is pronounced wil-heh-MEE-nah (IPA: /ˌwɪlhɛˈmiːnə/).
Is Wilhemina a popular name right now?
Wilhemina peaked at #1103 in 1886 and is ranked #17493 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1886–2024.)
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